Dental Assistant

elitedentalpartnersllc; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Referral Bonuses

Quarterly Bonuses

401k

Career Growth

Job summary

Elite Dental Partners LLC in Arlington Heights, IL is seeking a Dental Assistant who shares a passion for patient care and education, and for creating a welcoming environment. You will provide chair-side support, take X-Rays, educate patients, and help maintain files, while upholding sterilization and safety standards.

The position offers full-time hours with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k, and growth opportunities, with an hourly rate of

Qualifications

• Completion of a dental assisting program or equivalent training.
• Radiology certification required to comply with the State Dental Board.
• Dental assisting experience is preferred.
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with dental software (Dentrix preferred).
• Excellent communication and team collaboration to create a great environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists; charting and education.
• Deliver a superior patient experience throughout the appointment.
• Take and process X-Rays.
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files.
• Complete sterilization of equipment and operatories.
• Educate patients on oral health and maintenance.

Skills

Time management

Problem solving

Excellent communication

Microsoft Office

Dentrix

Education

Dental assisting program completion

Radiology certification

Tools

Dentrix

Microsoft Office

Job description

A team that is aligned and patient-focused creates a great environment for patients, and for you as a member of the team. This is what we strive to be and who we want to join us in providing the best care possible for patients to help our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence.

We are seeking a Dental Assistant that shares our passion for patient care and education, as well as creating a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists by charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment
• Take and process X-Rays
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories
• Educate patients on the importance of their oral health and how it is best maintained

Qualifications

• Completion of a dental assisting program, certification as required by the State Dental Board
• Radiology certification required to be compliant with the State Dental Board
• Dental assisting experience preferred
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with a dental software, experience with Dentrix preferred
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to partnering with all team members to create a great environment

Benefits

As a valued team member, you'll enjoy a rewarding career with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits for full-time Dental Assistants include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program Bonuses
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• 401k
• Career Growth Opportunities

Hourly rate $20 - $25 USD

An equal opportunity employer and an advocate for diversity and inclusion

We take great pride in helping our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence. Daily, we are driven by our vision to provide an elite patient experience tailored to their needs to receive the best care possible.

Not only do our team members find it rewarding to help patients be healthier, but they also enjoy being part of an organization that supports their growth. Our commitment to professional development and promoting internally when appropriate allows for tremendous career opportunities.